Mr. Raphael Grossman

04/23/26 - SHIUR 557 (7,468 Downloads) Hosted By: Rabbi Ari Wasserman

Can a non-profit (school, shul, etc.) be run for profit? Can it be treated as a family business?

Are there halachic caps or guidelines on salaries and benefits?
Does nepotism ever become a legal or halachic problem?
What constitutes “reasonable compensation” for operators of religious non-profits?
Can money be taken out in indirect ways, such as consulting fees?

04/10/25 - SHIUR 509 (22,530 Downloads) Hosted By: Rabbi Ari Wasserman

“Free Money” – Taking money from the government (food stamps, welfare, Medicaid, etc.) to stay in Kollel

Is it permitted to not disclose off-the-books income when applying for government benefits?
What if there’s a colorable argument that you fit the criteria? Is that enough?
Are there any Heterim to take funds when you don’t fit the eligibility requirements?
Is putting yourself in a position that you need to take money from the government allowed? Is it le’chatchila to take government assistance in order to stay in Kollel?
Is it a chilul Hashem if many frum people receive government assistance, when it’s not intended for those who can work?

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